Lower West

Lower West is a self-contained apartment carved from the west wing of a substantial Georgian manor house. Set on the ground floor with its own entrance, it gives you the run of the whole place to yourself—a detached feel within the larger building. The layout is open plan: living and dining areas flow together, the kitchen is fitted with an electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher and fridge, and a double bedroom comes with an ensuite shower room. Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and heating are included; there's parking for two cars on site.

The Malvern Hills surround the property, with walking routes beginning practically at your door. Tenbury Wells, a market town with independent shops and restaurants, is a seven-minute drive away. Ludlow lies twenty minutes off, and Worcester and Hereford—both cathedral cities—are half an hour's travel. The Severn Valley Railway, a heritage steam line, is also within easy reach. One well-behaved pet is welcome. No smoking inside.